DAVAO — The National Rice Awareness Campaign #BUYani Photography Contest Year 3 is officially open, inviting residents of the Davao Region to capture the people, places, and moments behind local rice production. The contest runs from September 16 to October 31, 2026.
A Call to Showcase Local Rice Stories
The competition is free and open to all Davao Region residents, except employees of the Department of Agriculture and provincial, city, or municipal agriculture and veterinary offices. Each participant may submit only one entry. Photos must have been taken within 2025 to 2026 and must not have been submitted to any other campaign.
Entries should showcase local rice production, rice farms, or the participant's personal experience in rice farming. Each photo must be accompanied by a caption of up to 100 words. The caption should include the participant's name, the photo title, the date and location, and a description of their experience or the premise behind the image.
How to Join the Contest
Participants must upload their entries on Facebook and tag the official page of DA-XI Agri Info Davao, using the hashtag #BUYaniLokal2026. They must also fill out a Google Form to track submissions. Entries not relevant to the campaign will not be considered.
The contest guidelines and submission form are accessible through QR codes on the official poster. Organizers encourage participants to review the guidelines carefully before submitting to ensure their entries are valid. Only original photos taken by the participants themselves will be accepted.
Judging Criteria and Prizes
Winners will be selected based on four criteria. Visual appeal accounts for 25 percent, relevance to the theme also counts for 25 percent, and social media relevance measured by Facebook likes and shares contributes another 25 percent. Creativity completes the remaining 25 percent.
The social media component encourages participants to share their entries widely and engage their communities. It also amplifies the campaign's message about supporting local rice farmers and the importance of rice self-sufficiency. The contest aims to foster appreciation for the hard work behind every grain.
Celebrating Farmers and Communities
The #BUYani campaign highlights the vital role of rice farmers in ensuring food security. By sharing photos of rice fields and farming experiences, participants help tell the story of Davao Region's agricultural heritage. The contest also promotes the consumption of locally produced rice.
Through the lens of a camera, ordinary moments in rice farming become powerful narratives. The contest provides a platform for farmers, photographers, and enthusiasts to showcase their perspectives. It bridges the gap between consumers and producers, fostering a deeper understanding of the rice value chain.
Deadline and Reminders
Interested participants have until October 31, 2026, to submit their entries. Organizers remind everyone to follow the guidelines strictly. Late submissions or incomplete entries will not be accepted.
The contest promises to be an exciting opportunity for creative minds to shine while supporting a worthy cause. Whether capturing the golden hues of a harvest or the smiles of farmers, each photo contributes to a larger story of resilience and abundance.
